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Data Protection Specialist
Job Posted: an hour ago
Salary: £ 55,000 - 60,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: BS1, Bristol, City of Bristol
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Data Protection Specialist – 6 Month FTC – Hybrid (Central Bristol)
Are you an experienced data protection professional ready to help shape the privacy posture of a large, values-led organisation?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing team on a 6-month fixed term contract, working hybrid with 2–3 days per week onsite in central Bristol.
You’ll play a key role in embedding good data protection practices across a complex business, ensuring personal data is handled responsibly and in line with legal and regulatory standards. You’ll work as part of a collaborative privacy team to support business-wide initiatives, develop processes, and build trusted relationships at all levels.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide expert advice and guidance on UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.
* Act as a trusted advisor to business units on data protection queries and compliance obligations.
* Lead and support the investigation and resolution of data incidents and breaches.
* Handle data protection complaints and support complaint resolution processes.
* Conduct and review Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs), privacy notices, contracts, and data sharing agreements.
* Promote privacy by design and default principles across operational changes and new projects.
* Identify data protection risks and work with teams to implement appropriate controls.
* Maintain and improve internal privacy policies, processes, standards, and training content.
* Manage the organisation’s Records of Processing Activities (RoPA).
* Support data subject rights request handling (including SARs and erasures).
* Assist with maintaining internal documentation and responding to inbox queries.
* Support team operations, reporting, and compliance tracking activities.
What We’re Looking For
* Accredited qualification in data protection (e.g. BCS, IAPP) or equivalent.
* Minimum of 3 years' experience in a privacy or compliance-related role.
* Deep understanding of UK data protection legislation; knowledge of international regulations is a bonus.
* Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
* Confident communicator, able to explain complex legal issues clearly.
* Experienced in business process analysis and improvement.
* Self-motivated, proactive and capable of managing a diverse workload independently.
* Able to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders, including senior management.
* Flexible and adaptable, particularly when working to tight deadlines.
This fantastic role come with a highly competitive salary which is reviewed annually and comes with an excellent benefits package which includes a 10% annual bonus, 25 days paid holiday, a flexible pension scheme, flexible working opportunities, shared Parental Leave - 18 weeks full pay, continued investment in your career, Bike to Work, discounts and many moreBefore You Apply
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